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Reader Asks “Why Orthop(a)edics?”

Which medical specialty cares for the iris, cornea, and retina? Can you spell it? If you answered “opthalmology,” you are incorrect. But you’re in good company. In reality, ophthalmology is such a consonant-riddled, cluster-yuck of word that virtually everyone has trouble spelling it. In fact, so many of the general public think it’s “opthalmology” that ophthalmologists often embrace the misspelling to appeal to their communities.

Give Me a Fist Bump

S. Terry Canale, MD

The fist bump isn’t new—it started in the ’60s and ’70s, primarily in the hip-hop culture—but now it’s become mainstream in a big way. From our own mayor of Memphis fist-bumping the Dalai Lama to John Kerry fist-bumping Snoop Dogg to Barack Obama fist-bumping Michelle, it’s become the greeting of choice for those who want to appear young and culturally astute. Who could have predicted that fist-bumping would become the topic of scientific research and be touted as a health benefit?

Around the World in Seven Races

Jennie McKee

“The idea of running 26.2 miles used to seem impossible to me, and running 100 miles sounded crazy,” said Michael Hewitt, MD. “But then you work up to these things and find out your body is capable of doing much more than you believe possible.” Dr. Hewitt speaks from experience. The Denver-based sports medicine specialist recently earned a coveted spot in the Seven Continents Club, an elite group of runners who have completed a marathon or ultra marathon on all seven continents.

Free Patient-friendly Materials Now Available

Alan S. Hilibrand, MD

Did you know that, as an AAOS member, you have exclusive and free access to preprinted informational materials that help educate patients about orthopaedic conditions and treatment options? The Academy offers patient-focused postcards, posters, brochures, and bookmarks that can be used in office reception areas and examining rooms. These printed materials can help you communicate essential patient safety, bone and joint health and injury prevention messages.

In Memoriam

Heinz Gerhard Braick, Dr Med Nonnweiler, Germany Robert F. Cooke, MD July 30, 2014 Harbor Springs, Mich. James R. Dineen, MD July 17, 2014 Wilmington, N.C. William F. Enneking, MD July 17, 2014 Gainesville, Fla. Eugene J. Hanavan Jr, MD July 7, 2009 Amherst, N.Y. Edward J. Hanley Jr, MD Feb. 8, 2010 Louisville, Ohio William P. Howley, MD July 29, 2014 Atlanta Bernard Krakauer, MD Jan. 5, 2014 Austin, Texas Leonard Marmor, MD Aug.

Members Endorse Recommended Resolutions, Bylaw Amendments

Richard N. Peterson, JD

AAOS fellows casting ballots were overwhelmingly supportive of the recommendations on all AAOS resolutions and bylaw amendments in 2014. Fellows were asked to vote on three AAOS resolutions being considered under the 5-year review process. They also considered three Association bylaw amendments. At the time of the 2014 balloting, the AAOS had 23,676 active, emeritus, and inactive fellows eligible to vote. Ballots and information on voting were delivered by email, fax, and U.S.

Pat on the Back...

William C. Andrews Jr, MD, appointed president of the Southern Orthopaedic Association (SOA). C. Lowry Barnes, MD, named 2014 Distinguished Southern Orthopaedist by the SOA. Nicholas A. DiNubile, MD, seleted as blogger for the Huffington Post. Langdon A. Hartsock, MD, appointed president-elect of the SOA. Bassam A. Masri, MD, FRCSC, appointed president of the Canadian Orthopaedic Association. Sen. Charles J.

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